STEM Minor in Education Information

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

The STEM Minor in Education is an undergraduate course of study designed to explore theories of cognition, learning and pedagogy, and issues of cultural and linguistic diversity in education in the context of science and mathematics education. It specifically serves students in STEM majors who are considering careers in secondary mathematics or science teaching.

*Students pursuing the STEM Education Minor should meet with the Cal Teach staff as early as possible.

The STEM Minor in Education consists of eight courses, totaling 32 credits and including ~75 hours of classroom field placements.

Please note that although a STEM Minor in Education does not confer or necessarily lead to a California Teaching Credential, it will be helpful and provides a foundation for post-baccalaureate programs.
If you are interested in learning more about UCSC's Teacher Education Program, please visit the Master of Arts/Credential Program.

The STEM Minor requires students to complete:

Five required courses (17 credits)
→all 5 must be taken for a grade, see grading policy

Take as soon as possible, it is a lower division foundational course for the department with no prerequisites, if there are no time conflicts in your schedule with the class and section, you will be able to enroll into the course.